Ben Kingsley to Reprise Trevor Slattery Role in Marvel’s “Wonder Man” Series

Los Angeles, August 30, 2025 - Academy Award-winning actor Sir Ben Kingsley has been confirmed to return as the irreverent actor-turned-antagonist Trevor Slattery in Marvel Studios’ upcoming Disney+ series Wonder Man. The announcement, reported exclusively by Variety, marks Kingsley’s third excursion into the Marvel Cinematic Universe since his debut as Slattery in Iron Man 3 (2013).

The news follows the initial reveal of Wonder Man-a long-gestating project that centers on Simon Williams (a.k.a. Wonder Man), a wealthy heir granted ionic powers by Baron Zemo. In the comics, Williams oscillates between heroism and self-doubt, eventually joining the Avengers after multiple clashes. Kingsley’s return as the satirical, egotistical Slattery suggests that the series will again lean into Hollywood satire, given Slattery’s history as a failed actor who once impersonated the Mandarin.

Production sources indicate that Wonder Man will blend superhero action with sharp industry commentary, leveraging Slattery’s meta-narrative role. The series is scheduled to enter production later this year, with an eye toward a 2026 Disney+ premiere. Further casting and creative team details are expected to be unveiled in the coming months as Marvel continues to expand its streaming slate.